I recently met up with a friend from high school here for lunch, and this visit was extra special…read morebecause we hadn't seen each other since we were about 17! A LOT of life has happened since then, so we definitely had plenty to catch up on. Neither of us had been to Bloom Thai before, but we both love Thai food, so we decided to give it a try. This place is definitely different from any Thai restaurant I've been to before. It's super small, with only a handful of tables. You order at the counter, grab your number, and find a table. They also have a big jug of cucumber water that was so refreshing! They didn't have my usual yellow chicken curry, so I decided to try something completely different--the drunken noodles. I honestly had no idea what I was ordering, but OH MY GOSH... I was in love with this dish! The flavors were fantastic, and they topped it with deep-fried basil. I'm not even kidding when I say I think I've dreamed about that crispy basil every day since! It was SO good! The food was definitely the star of the show for me, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I think this is such a fun little spot to meet a friend for lunch, especially if you want somewhere casual and different. That said, it is VERY small, so I personally wouldn't choose it for a family dinner with a bunch of picky eaters or rambunctious kids. The menu is also a little different than your typical Thai restaurant, so definitely keep that in mind. For dinner, I'd probably order it to-go and enjoy it at home. But for a girls' lunch or catching up with a friend? Absolutely! Great little find, and I will definitely be back for those drunken noodles and that amazing fried basil!

The service was definitely the highlight of my experience. The husband-and-wife owners were…read moreincredibly kind and welcoming throughout my meal. The husband, who was serving, checked in several times to make sure I had everything I needed. The chef also stopped by my table when she came out of the kitchen, which was such a thoughtful touch. The pork belly was very crispy(an additional fee), but too salty for my taste. The Pad Thai was good, although not the best I've had. The noodles were cooked well, and I enjoyed the flavor of the sauce. It did not come spicy, but chili sauce was available to add some heat. The spicy omelette tom yum soup had a great balance of mild spice and sourness, and it tasted very authentic. The texture of the fried omelette after soaking in the soup was not my favorite, but that may come down to personal preference. The Thai iced tea had a good balance of tea and condensed milk, although it was sweeter than I prefer. You order at the counter, and the food is brought to your table afterward. Water is self-service. They also have a helpful sign explaining the ordering and seating process for first-time guests. The restaurant was very clean, nicely decorated, and had a great ambiance. I especially enjoyed the small area showcasing the chef's history and journey. Overall, the warm service and welcoming atmosphere made the experience memorable.

The food is outstanding. Service is good. Parking is plenty as there is a lot at the complex…read more Inside they do have large round family tables, and small tables for smaller parties. The deep-fried fish, Szechuan style, was my favorite out of all the dishes. Fried to perfection with the hint of spice on the batter. Their honey walnut prawns were exciting to eat as they were large and covered in tasty sauce. Their twice cooked pork belly literally melts in your mouth- yum. We also had many of their other dishes like noodles, fried rice, and veggie platters, but I had to list a few of my favorites. The restrooms need an upgrade, but other than that, food is delicious and I will be returning for more.

This was my go-to for Chunese food for 13 years. When my family came to town, this is the place…read moreeveryone wanted. Then Covid hit and the quality went down while prices went up. Now, prices even higher and quality is crap. I spent $52 on fried rice, sweet & sour chicken, and vegetable foo young the other night. Rice is ok, sweet & sour chicken is nearly all breading with very little chicken. The veggie egg foo used to be the best I'd ever had. Not anymore. Quality veggies have been replaced with 90% cabbage as filler, a few frozen peas and a few frozen carrots. Not only that, but they were round balls and raw inside. They went into the garbage. Have always loved the staff but, sadly, I wont be back.

Clear, delicious broth, consistently flavorful food, and friendly service every visit. I've worked…read moremy way through the menu, including pho, noodle dishes, rice plates, and appetizers, and everything has been excellent. Only feedback is it can be kind of cold so bring a light sweater. Highly recommend Pho Saigon.

Food: The pho was great, but the cool thing were those spring rolls! I love when I see a place do…read moresomething different - onion sticking out the side, nice touch! Good soup, good rolls! Atmosphere: It's a quaint place inside and I noticed that the fake plants were dusted! THANK YOU! It can be annoying when you see a layer of dust on some of the decorations. Also - bathroom was clean and stocked. Something I sometimes forget to post, so wanted to make special point of that. Price: Middle of the road. Not cheap but not expensive. I mean, there are cheaper places in the area, but the selection and and presentation are worth it. Service: No complaints, came right away and didn't bother me much. Perfect! Overall: Making a review so I can remember this place when I come back to Tacoma. New favorite Pho place. Please keep it up!

Great food great customer service Solid Pho delicious pot…read morestickers Fried rice is a 10

It's great to have a Vietnamese spot so conveniently located smack in the middle of University…read morePlace, across from the library and the Whole Foods Market. This location has seen a bunch of restaurants come and go and I really hope OMG Pho stays. There was nothing extraordinary about the food but it was good enough, especially since there's nothing better than a warm bowl of pho on a blustery fall evening I'm Tacoma.

My lady and I wanted some dim sum and I've had good experiences at Harbor City in Seattle. This was…read moreno different, it was exactly what I was expecting. We had the Beef Chow Fun, Shrimp Dumplings, Pork Shumai, and Short Ribs. It was all great. I was not up for the texture while my Cambodian girlfriend loved them. I'd say go here. But be forewarned as you will be Sven times in the restaurant: THEY DO NOT ACCEPT AMEX!

The restaurant is located in a sketchy part of Tacoma…read more While I understand the owner may want to control the costs, they appear to be very cheap when it comes to improving the interior--the space looks unclean, with mismatched wall colors that show a lack of investment. As for the food, some dim sum dishes are hit or miss. There are many better choices in other places.

FORGET DA RESS- TRY DA BESS! Pho…read more So many newcomers Vietnamese noodle soup! this place is worth a drive That's why we gave it five So many Vietnamese noodles, shops, using broth from a jar and they give super tiny portions This place is right on the money and spot on the flavor!

I am going to be that person thats going to be very unpopular here but the reason why I decided to…read morewrite this is because I felt the need to validate all the other low rating reviews because I agree with them 100%. I went here on an early morning right at opening time, I wanted to take some hot pho and spring rolls to scarf them down at home. Well, I stepped inside 10 minutes after opening and the older gentleman immediately gave me a look that my business wasnt wanted. I was the first customer that day clearly, and I felt like I shouldn't have gone in so early? Since I made a drive, I asked for a menu for to-go order and he proceeded to give me menu and go about cleaning the floor. The whole restaurant had the smell of cleaning products plus some old food stench. I asked for pho and tofu spring roll to-go and he asked me if thats it. I said yes and he said ok come back in 10-15 min so I actually had to leave restaurant (I cant remember if I decided to walk back to my car or walk across the street to Hong Kong Market to browse little bit or both because I got a bit anxious by the service I received). Food was mediocre at best. Broth was a bit salty for me, noodle was not soft, Spring Roll was fine. I will not return to this business again solely from the experience I had. I know that this place is much loved, long standing local restaurant with lots of support and I know I cant judge a place from just one visit, but once was enough for me.

hot pot was one of a kind for a small hole in the wall place like lakewood!! we became regulars up…read moreuntil their recent change of management :( they've been closed for some time now. the owners were incredible we built a relationship with them and they were truly the sweetest people! looking forward to what this place will be once new management opens once again.

What a gem! A cute establishment in an unassuming strip mall serving boba, rice dishes, sizzling…read moreplates, hot pot, and banh mi chao. We came for an early dinner so it wasn't crowded at all. Service was quick and attentive, they brought out our bowls and drinks in minutes. The hot pots each came with their own burner under the pot, so mind those metal handles!! Soup was incredibly flavorful and TBH I think I prefer these to the ones at Boiling Point. It's always an adventure to fish for items in the soup: notable finds included extra glass noodles, fish ball, tofu, and a block of taro. Sooooo good on a chilly day! Hot pot came with a chia-infused oolong tea, which was actually very tasty and boba-esque (but without the boba balls), I think this was promoted in an instagram post. I will be back.

They're not all the same!!! This one at the Tacoma Mall…read moregives Military discount, no fee for lemon slices for hot water, no fee for xtra hot chili pepper garnish either...... In short, they don't buckle & dime the customers for a good time.

It took over 30 minutes for a single bowl of ramen, despite there being only five people in the…read morerestaurant. I also didn't receive my water until my food arrived. Throughout the meal, there was no check-in, no follow-up, and no acknowledgment of the delay. I genuinely enjoy the food here, which is why this experience was so disappointing. The level of service was unacceptable, and I hope this is addressed because it did not reflect the quality I normally expect.

Been wanting to try this out for a while…read more After a long day of work, came here for some good eats. Everyone was so attentive and the food was BUSSIN. Super cute and aesthetic

Came in on a Sunday when it wasn't busy. I ordered the Pad Thai chicken which was good, nothing…read morespecial about it. The portion size was large. My partner ordered a curry dish and that was good as well! I like to vibe as well, decor nice and clean. There is a fire pit in the middle which I thought was cool! What made me wright this review was we ordered some dumplings, which we were hoping to enjoy before our meal. It never arrived. I kept asking our server when it would come and 5 minutes turned into 10, then 20, and when we hit the 30 minute mark I just told her to cancel it. It made me upset that the people next to us, who arrived 25 minutes after us got their whole meal before we could even get an app... kitchen staff were just laughing around with each other. No urgency. Will not return.

Ho Soon Yi is such a good spot for Korean food! We ordered the bulgogi, galbi, and kimchi pancake,…read moreand everything came out hot and fresh. The bulgogi was flavorful and tender, the galbi had a nice char and great flavor, and the kimchi pancake was crispy around the edges while still soft inside. The portions were really generous too! We had plenty of food to share. The service was great! Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel really welcome. It also has that cozy, family-owned feel, which I loved. It's nothing overly fancy, just a comfortable, no-frills spot where you can tell the focus is on good food and taking care of their customers. I also loved all the banchan that came with the meal, especially the kimchi and cucumber. Everything tasted fresh and paired perfectly with the meats. Definitely a great spot for authentic, comforting Korean food. We'll be back!

The food here is really, really excellent and fairly priced. I came in about little less than 2…read morehours to close and it was fairly full of people. It took a while to get helped, and some of the tables seemed to be non-functional or pushed into corners, however I had a very pleasant solo dinner here and would return. Only slight ding for quality of interior--broken tables/slightly uncomfortable seating arrangements. The staff were very generous, helpful, and quick to bring out your meal.